Prayers of the Faithful: Here's a rough guide to what might be in them. You can get a full outline of what could go into your wedding booklet at: http://www.together.ie/Ceremony.html#NuptialMassBookletN = the person saying the petition; BN = Bride's name; GN = Groom's nameYou can compose a few prayers of your own, but keep them about this length.

N: For BN and GN, that the Lord who has planted the seed of love in their hearts will guide them as it blossoms. Lord hear us. All: Lord graciously hear us

N: We pray for the parents family and friends of BN and GN. We pray especially for those who have had some part in bringing them to this happy day. May God bless them with the gift of his own undying friendship. Lord hear us. All: Lord graciously hear us

N: For all those that are sadly not here today to share BN and GN’s special day, especially their grandparents who are greatly missed. For the faithful departed and those whom we ourselves have loved, that God will one day unite us again in the joys of our eternal home. Lord hear us.

All: Lord graciously hear us

N: For all those who suffer injustice and hardship in the world, and for those deprived of love and affection that they may someday find peace through God’s love. Lord hear us. All: Lord graciously hear us

N: That the Lord may bless the world with the peace and the protection of his love for all married couples everywhere. Lord hear us. All: Lord graciously hear us